Chapter 20 Backplane Replacement 20-13
FIGURE 20-7 Removing the BP (Front of the M9000)
10. Place the removed BP on an antistatic mat.
11. Mount the replacement BP by following the removal instructions in Step 8 and
Step 9 in reverse order.
Caution – For tightening the bus bar, choose a torque depending on the bolt size.
* For M8 bolts, use a torque of 8.24 N*m (84 kgf*cm).
* For M6 bolts, use a torque of 3.73 N*m (38 kgf*cm).
Caution – Remove the cover which is attached for shipment. Be sure not to hit
connector parts of the BP against anything. Otherwise, the connection pins may be
seriously damaged.
Caution – Be sure not to hit the connector parts on anything when mounting the
fan shelf. The connector on the edge of the base plate of the switch BP is not used to
connect the cable of the BP of the M8000. Be aware of this when connecting cables.